Harees represent a traditional Arabic meal that people have celebrated through many centuries, mostly during the month of Ramadan. At Babiryani, we serve harees as our main menu item. But the good news is that it is available at our restaurant throughout the year because this wholesome dish uses basic but nutritious components.
Why does Harees serve as a well-fortified eating option? This article examines both the nutritional value and the basic components of this delectable Arab dish, as with its traditional cultural importance.
What is Harees?
Harees functions as Arabic porridge since it involves a lengthy preparation process between wheat and meat ingredients. The food has a dreamy consistency which receives light seasoning with butter as well as salt. The combo of wheat blended with meat makes a delicious, dense dish. This porridge has enough energy for individuals who are fasting during Ramadan.
Nutritional Benefits:
People love Harees due to their outstanding nutritional features. Here, we will discuss in detail the health advantages that this food provides.
1. Rich in Fiber and Energy
Whole grain wheat stands out as the main ingredient because it provides abundant fibre as its nutritional benefit. Eating Harees serves digestion-enhancing functions while also establishing prolonged feelings of fullness which benefits fasting individuals.
2. High in Protein
The chicken or lamb proteins in harees deliver strong beneficial effects because proteins help build muscles and maintain physical strength.
3. Low in Fat
The natural fat content of this dish remains low which provides fasting individuals an opportunity to follow a healthy dietary plan.
4. Packed with Essential Nutrients
The vital nutrients present in this porridge supply your body with iron together with magnesium and B vitamins which strengthen your energy resources and overall health well-being.
The Cultural Significance of Harees in Ramadan
According to Arabic culinary standards, Harees stands as an important food item during the observance of Ramadan. People in the UAE, especially throughout Dubai, together with other emirates, prepare large amounts of Harees that serve both families and members of their community. It demands extensive time in preparation, which families traditionally share as a practice through time.
How is it Made? (RECIPE)
The preparation follows straightforward steps although it needs prolonged preparation time. The ingredients list for making harees starts with this following sequence.
Ingredients:
- Chicken – 1 Kg
- Harees – 1 cup (soaked overnight)
- One cup of barley that needs overnight soaking.
- Ghee –1 tbsp (for garnishing)
- Cinnamon stick – 1 to 2
- Black pepper – 1 tsp
- Salt – to taste
- Brown Fried Onions – for garnish
Preparation:
- A solution of soaking wheat and barley overnight helps reach a smooth consistency.
- Place chicken pieces together with cinnamon sticks and black pepper beside salt in a large cooking pot. All these ingredients should be placed in a pot with enough water to cover them before cooking until the chicken becomes tender.
- The cooked chicken needs to be taken out from the pot and then shredded before being it aside.
- Place the soaked wheat and barley into the remaining broth. Then Cook that mixture on a low flame while stirring until the grains turn soft and acquire a thick consistency.
- A hand blender or wooden spoon should mix the grains after they reach proper cooking consistency to achieve a smooth texture.
- After blending the mixture, return the chicken shreds to the pot and stir to combine everything.
- Continue heating the mixture for another 10-15 minutes. Before the presentation, top the meal with brown fried onions and ghee as garnish.
Personal Preferences:
Meat Choices: Substitute chicken with lamb or beef for a different flavor.
The overall thickness can be controlled through the addition of extra water or less of it.
- Spices: Add cumin, cardamom, or nutmeg for extra depth of flavor.
- Ghee-Free Option: Skip ghee for a lighter version.
Why You Should Try Harees at Babiryani
This dish remains available in authentic, flavorful versions throughout every month of the year. Our traditional harees preparation remains faithful to traditional cooking techniques, which leads to a rich, distinctive flavor and excellent nutritional content. Our dish emerges from perfect preparation through the utilization of premium ingredients and provides satisfaction throughout Ramadan and the year.
FAQs
Is harees healthy?
The nutrients found in this dish include dietary fiber together with protein and essential elements that turn this dish into a healthy dietary choice particularly useful for fasting individuals.
What is the name of this dish (harees) in English?
The English name for harees is Arabic wheat porridge. It also goes by two English names which are Arabic wheat porridge and cracked wheat and meat porridge.
Harees is suitable for eating both inside and outside the holy month of Ramadan?
Absolutely! Healthy Harees serves as a delightful dish that remains available throughout the year at Babiryani restaurant.
Taste the nutritious harees goodness at Babiryani for both evening Iftar and normal daily eating occasions.
